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Yes. Maine was a district of Massachusetts before the state gained its independence around 1820.

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What colony did Maine belong to?

Maine was a colony of Massachusetts until 1820.


Who became the first governor of colony of Maine?

The colony of Maine was never actually founded, as it existed originally as part of the colony of Massachusetts. The district of Maine seceded from Massachusetts on March 15, 1820.


Was Maine an original colony?

No. Maine was originally part of Massachusetts.


What colony is Maine from?

Province of Massachusetts Bay Later became Maine and Massachusetts


Was the Maine colony a loyalist colony?

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What colony was Maine apart of?

Maine was once apart of Massachusetts.


What was Maine controlled by which other colony in 1775?

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What colony of England was Maine part of?

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Was Maine one of the 13 colonies?

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What colony is in the present day state of Maine?

The colony of Massachusetts at one time owned the territory of what is now the state of Maine.


Which colony was furthest north?

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